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ESPN Expands Global Reach on Disney+ in Europe and Asia-Pacific
Disney+ subscribers in 53 countries will now have access to live sports, original content, and studio shows from the leading sports brand.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:00pm
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ESPN and Disney+ announced the launch of ESPN on Disney+ in Europe and select Asia-Pacific markets, making the offering available in 53 countries and territories across the regions. This expansion builds on the success of ESPN content on Disney+ in the U.S., Latin America, the Caribbean, Australia, and New Zealand, and will provide subscribers access to live sporting events, studio shows, films, and more.
Why it matters
The move to bring ESPN's world-class sports content to Disney+ subscribers globally is part of ESPN and Disney's broader strategy to serve sports fans worldwide. It allows ESPN to extend its reach and provide deeper connections with fans in new markets, while also strengthening Disney+'s position as a premier destination for live sports and sports-related programming.
The details
The initial ESPN on Disney+ offering will vary by market but will grow to thousands of live events over the next year, including coverage of the NBA, NHL, NCAA championships, college basketball and football, the Little League World Series, and more. Subscribers will also have access to ESPN's acclaimed 30 for 30 documentary collection, select studio shows like ESPN FC, and esports events in the Asia-Pacific region.
- ESPN on Disney+ launched today, April 8, 2026, in 53 countries across Europe and select Asia-Pacific markets.
- The expanded sports offering will grow to thousands of live events over the next year.
The players
Disney+
A direct-to-consumer streaming service owned by The Walt Disney Company, which is expanding its sports content offerings through this partnership with ESPN.
ESPN
A leading global sports brand and subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, known for its live sports coverage, studio shows, and original programming.
Alisa Bowen
President of Disney+, overseeing the expansion of sports content on the platform.
Freddy Rolón
Head of Global Sports & Talent Office at ESPN, leading the company's efforts to bring its content to more international markets.
What they’re saying
“Sports and live events are an essential part of our Disney+ content library, and we're excited to build on the success we've already had with sports fans, as we bring more of ESPN to Disney+ subscribers in Europe and APAC.”
— Alisa Bowen, President, Disney+
“This expansion marks an exciting next step for ESPN and Disney+ in our commitment to sports fans. ESPN has a longstanding tradition of delivering world-class content to sports fans, and the continued growth on Disney+ allows us to extend our reach and provide greater access and deeper connections with fans everywhere.”
— Freddy Rolón, Head of Global Sports & Talent Office, ESPN
What’s next
Over the next year, the ESPN on Disney+ offering is expected to grow to thousands of live events, further expanding the sports content available to subscribers in Europe and Asia-Pacific.
The takeaway
This global expansion of ESPN content on Disney+ strengthens the platform's position as a premier destination for live sports and sports-related programming, allowing ESPN to reach more international fans and provide them with deeper connections to the world of sports.
